Scientist III

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
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Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Scientist III
Requisition Number RE44412
Working Title Scientist III
Department Name 7H855:Department of Urology
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 48
Salary Range $62,310-102,821/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education

PhD
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Required Related Experience

3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Sitting for extended periods, repetitive movements, light lifting, exposure to airborne pathogens, recombinant DNA & viral vectors
Shift
Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4pm (minimum of 40 hrs/week)
Job Summary
The Scientist III will conduct translational research in the Department of Urology.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
1) performing research projects using prostate cancer cell models, patient derived xenografts and patient biopsies to explore biomarkers and develop anti-cancer drugs for prostate cancers;
2) facilitate writing of research grant and scientific papers;
3) providing training to technicians, postdocs and graduate students;
4) managing routine activities of research labs and facilitate communications.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Tissue culture, CRISPR, Molecular cloning, mutagenesis, Immunoblotting, real-time PCR, co-IP, ChIP, ChIP-seq, APEX labeling and Mass Spectrometry, RNA/DNA in situ hybridization, microscopy (inverted and confocal), Drug screen; excellent oral & written communication, technical communications; Microsoft Office Suite, statistical software (e.g., GraphPad, R, SAS, etc.), Adobe photoshop and illustrator;
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
A minimum of Masters of Science in biology, chemistry, physics, or related fields. At least 10 years of experience in prostate cancer research.
Deadline to Apply 03/21/2024
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